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Events and Activities for Kids
in Washington, DC in May 2026
Flower Mart at Washington National Cathedral
Washington, DC - FREE
Friday & Saturday, May 1 & 2, 2026
Flower Mart brings families to the Washington National Cathedral grounds for food, vendors, carnival games, an antique carousel, and more fun activities. Website
Paw Patrol Live! A Mighty Adventure at Eagle Bank Arena
Fairfax, VA
Friday - Sunday, May 1-3, 2026
The team of pups are coming to Fairfax for PAW Patrol Live! A Mighty Adventure. This live stage show picks up where Paramount Pictures’ #1 box office hit PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie left off, promising a high-stakes super-powered adventure for fans of all ages. Website
KinderFest at Watkins Regional Park
Upper Marlboro, MD
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Enjoy a festival tailored for kids during KinderFest at Watkins Regional Park. KinderFest includes entertainment, games, a pumpkin pyramid, interactive exhibits, tennis demonstrations, carousel rides, nature activities, food vendors, and more. Website
Around the World Embassy Tour
Multiple Locations,Washington, DC - FREE
Saturday, May 2, 2026
More than 50 embassies open their doors to visitors to share the food, art, dance, fashion, music, innovations, and goods from their countries. Past activities have included karate demonstrations, sari-wrapping lessons, alpaca petting, and more. Website
Running of the Chihuahuas at the Wharf DC
Washington, DC - Saturday, May 2
Free
This family-friendly event features iconic Chihuahua races on District Pier. Spectators can view all the action on two giant video screens on both District and Transit Pier. There's also a DJ, an adoptable pet parade, an all-breed dog costume contest, a beer garden, and more. Website
Free Comic Book Day 2026
Participating Comic Book Stores near you. - FREE
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Pow! Crash! Boom! Getting comic books for free is... super! Held on the first Saturday in May, Free Comic Book Day is a nationwide event, and kids (small and grown) can stop by any participating comic store to receive their free comics. Website
Carousel Day at Glen Echo Park
Glen Echo, MD - FREE
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Head to this festival in celebration of Glen Echo Park's 104-year-old Dentzel Carousel as it opens for the season. In addition to riding the carousel, families can enjoy many other FREE activities throughout the park including live music and dance performances, a spring parade and maypole celebration, short film screenings, kids' arts and crafts, open artist studios and galleries, food trucks, and lots more. Website
Spring Farm Day at Frying Pan Farm Park
Herndon, VA Saturday, May 2, 2026
Kids can watch sheep-shearing, cow- and goat-milking, and antique farm-equipment demonstrations, plus enjoy games, crafts, wagon rides, and other hands-on activities at this annual event celebrating the arrival of baby animals. Website
Festival of Colors - HOLI DC at Bull Run Regional Park
Centreville, VA
Sunday, May 3, 2026
Celebrate the festival of Holi at Bull Run Park with music, dance performances, international cuisine, shopping, kids' activities, and more. Color is available to throw on everyone. Website
EU Open House
Multiple Locations, Washington, DC - FREE
Saturday, May 9, 2026
Families can go on a trip across the European Union without leaving DC! At the popular EU Open House, embassies from EU countries open their doors to visitors with food, music, games, cultural exhibitions, and more. Website
Asian American Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Heritage Festival (at Mason District Park)
Annandale, VA - FREE
Saturday, May 9, 2026
Join the Fairfax County Park Authority to celebrate the rich and diverse cultures of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AAPI). This vibrant event features live performances and demonstrations, food vendors, cultural resources, exhibitors, parades, and an art showcase. Website
Napoleon Experience: The Immersive Saga
Washington, DC
Saturdays - Mondays, through June 15, 2026
Fever, in partnership with Sandora, presents Napoleon Experience: The Immersive Saga, a large-scale virtual-reality experience that invites visitors to step into the life of Napoleon Bonaparte. Told from Napoleon’s perspective, this 30-minute journey immerses guests in the defining moments that shaped his life, offering a unique opportunity to explore pivotal historical sites through an immersive lens. Website
McLean Day at Lewinsville Park
McLean, VA - FREE
Friday & Saturday, May 15 & 16, 2026
McLean's biggest annual festival is back with carnival rides, a petting zoo, music, games, food, and more. Website
Anacostia River Festival
Anacostia Park (Anacostia Drive & Good Hope Road SE), Washington, DC FREE
Saturday, May 16, 2026
This premier DC event marks the official close of the National Cherry Blossom Festival. Families can celebrate with outdoor activities, local performances, food trucks, and more. Website
Gaithersburg Book Festival (at Bohrer Park)
Gaithersburg, MD - FREE
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Gaithersburg 's annual book festival features a variety of family-friendly activities. Attendees can meet their favorite authors, participate in workshops, purchase books, and celebrate literacy. Website
Fiesta Asia Street Fair
Location: Pennsylvania Avenue NW, between 3rd & 6th Streets, Washington, DC (near Capitol Hill)
FREE
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Asian heritage comes to life at the area's largest fair featuring outdoor craft exhibits, live performances, food, vendors, interactive displays, martial arts demonstrations, a talent show, and cooking demos. Website
Dirt Day at Loudoun Heritage Farm Museum
Sterling, VA
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Get ready to get dirty, rain or shine, at Dirt Day! Make crafts, dig in the dirt, learn about soil science, and more. Check-in will be at the park visitor center (Discovery Grove). Website
Lincoln Strawberry Festival at Wegmeyer Farms
Hamilton, VA
Saturday & Sunday, May 16 & 17, 2026
The Lincoln Strawberry Festival invites strawberry lovers of all ages to enjoy a weekend of farm-fresh fun, delicious treats, and community spirit at one of Loudoun County’s most beloved farms. Start the day with a pancake breakfast, then enjoy strawberry picking, live music and entertainment, face painting, hayrides, barrel train rides, interactive farm experiences for kids, photo ops, and shopping from local vendors and artisans. Website
Asian Festival on Main
Historic Old Town, 3999 University Drive, Fairfax, VA - FREE
Sunday, May 17, 2026
Celebrate the diversity of Asian cultures with food, arts and crafts, live performances, and more. Families can also learn how to fold origami, improve their yo-yo skills, and do tricks on a skateboard. Website
Hometown Holidays Music Fest (at RedGate Park)
Rockville Town Center, Rockville, MD - FREE
Saturday & Sunday, May 23 & 24, 2026
The city of Rockville presents a fun festival celebrating Memorial Day with two stages of entertainment by local acts, a Taste of Rockville, and activities for kids. Website
Aesop's Fables at Adventure Theatre
Glen Echo, MD
Daily (except Mondays), through Sunday, May 24, 2026
Aesop’s Fables is a theatrical adventure that brings timeless tales to life with wit, warmth, and whimsy. Adapted by acclaimed playwright Mike Kenny, this fast-paced production features a lovable troupe of traveling storytellers—Wolfie, Syd, Harriet, and Barry—who use humor and imagination to retell five classic fables: The Tortoise and the Hare, The Boy Who Cried Wolf, The Wind and the Sun, The Lion and the Mouse, and The Wolf and the Jackdaw. Each story delivers a valuable life lesson on patience, honesty, kindness, and perseverance, inspiring young audiences to think, feel, and grow. Website
ViVa Vienna!
Historic Vienna, VA - FREE
Saturday - Monday, May 23-25, 2026
ViVa Vienna! is a three-day, fun-filled event celebrating community and honoring Memorial Day. Families can enjoy food, rides, music, children's activities, and more. Website
Strawberry Jubilee Fest at Great Country Farms
Bluemont, VA
Saturdays & Sundays, May 23-31, 2026
Great Country Farms celebrates the royal strawberry with a Jubilee packed with live music, farm contests, wagon rides, great food, and fun games for the whole family. Website
Falls Church Memorial Day Parade & Festival
City Hall grounds, 300 Park Ave, Falls Church, VA
FREE
Monday, May 25, 2026
The annual Falls Church Memorial Day Parade & Festival includes a Memorial Day ceremony hosted by the Falls Church Veteran's Council, a 3K Fun Run, food, vendors, live music, kids' entertainment, and a parade. Website
Hershey Super Sweet Adventure at Tysons Corner Center
Tysons, VA
Thursdays - Mondays, through Sunday, July 5, 2026
Hershey Super Sweet Adventure, the hit interactive family-friendly experience, is making its East Coast debut at Tysons Corner Center! The experience invites families to step inside a whimsical workshop filled with hands-on games, multi-sensory activities, and interactive fun celebrating some of The Hershey Company’s most iconic confections. Experience an interactive journey complete with games, active play, and family-friendly moments designed to spark imagination and connection for candy lovers of all ages. Website